Dbs

I was diagnosed with PD 5 years ago and have now progressed to a point where my neurologist thinks I should consider DBS. Has anyone had this procedure done and what were the results? I am looking to improve my balance. At this time I fall on a regular basis as much as once a day.

To Jack: what have you decided about DBS? I hope it turns out to be right for you and you get the very best treatment, and good results! The falling can be upsetting and if one needs to be in a hospital while a broken bone heals, well, it doesn't sound like the best situation in this day and age. Good luck! : )

I was diagnosed with PD 5 years ago and have now progressed to a point where my neurologist thinks I should consider DBS. Has anyone had this procedure done and what were the results? I am looking to improve my balance. At this time I fall on a regular basis as much as once a day.

Like you I was disagnosed with PD symptoms 5 years ago, drugs helped but eventually my tremors in my right arm limited my writing to almost zero. My DBS was so successful my surgeon has rated my success as 95%. I still take STALEVO for the rigitiy and the remaining symptoms but it is the best thing that I could do. Good luck keep us posted